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HP Compaq LA1956x, LA2006x,
LA2206x, and LA2306x LED Backlit LCD
Monitors
User Guide
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About This Guide This guide provides information on setting up the monitor, installing drivers, using the on-screen display menu, troubleshooting and technical specifications. WARNING! Text set off in this manner indicates that failure to follow directions could result in bodily harm or loss of life. CAUTION: Text set off in this manner indicates that failure to follow directions could result in damage to equipment or loss of information. NOTE: Text set off in this manner provides important supp
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Table of contents 1 Product Features ............................................................................................................... 1 HP LCD Monitors ..................................................................................................................... 1 2 Setting Up the Monitor ...................................................................................................... 3 Unfolding the Monitor Pedestal Base .............................................
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1 Product Features HP LCD Monitors The LCD (liquid crystal display) monitors have an active matrix, thin-film transistor (TFT) panel. The monitor models and features include: ● LA1956x model, 48.3 cm (19–inch) diagonal viewable area display with 1280 x 1024 resolution, plus full-screen support for lower resolutions: includes custom scaling for maximum image size ● LA2006x model, 50.8 cm (20-inch) diagonal viewable area display with 1600 x 900 resolution, plus full-screen support for lower resolu
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● On-Screen Display (OSD) adjustments in several languages for easy setup and screen optimization ● HP Display Assistant for adjusting monitor settings and enabling theft deterrence features ● HDCP copy protection on DVI and DisplayPort inputs ● Software and documentation CD that includes monitor drivers and product documentation ● Energy saver feature to meet requirements for reduced power consumption ● Energy Star® qualified ● Intelligent Management AssetControl ● Compliant with the following
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2 Setting Up the Monitor To set up the monitor, ensure that the power is turned off to the monitor, computer system, and other attached devices, then follow the instructions below. Unfolding the Monitor Pedestal Base NOTE: The following steps apply to the HP LA2006x, LA2206x, and LA2306x models. 1. Lift the monitor from its box and place it face down on a flat surface. 2. Hold down the monitor base with one hand (1) then grasp the top of the stand with the other hand and unfold the display head
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Attaching the Stand to the HP LA1956x Monitor NOTE: The following steps apply only to the HP LA1956x model. 1. Lift the monitor from its box and place it face down on a flat surface. 2. Attach the base to the stand. 3. Tighten the screw on the bottom of the stand by hand. 4 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Monitor ENWW
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Rear Components Figure 2-2 Rear Components Component Function 1 AC Power Connector Connects the AC power cord to the monitor. 2 DisplayPort Connects the DisplayPort cable to the monitor. 3 DVI-D Connects the DVI-D cable to the monitor. 4 VGA Connects the VGA cable to the monitor. 5 USB Upstream Connector Connects the USB hub cable to the monitor's USB hub connector and to a host USB port/hub. 6USB Downstream Connects optional USB devices to the monitor. Connectors (2) Rear Components ENWW 5
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Connecting the Cables 1. Place the monitor in a convenient, well-ventilated location near the computer. 2. Remove the cable management clip from the pedestal by pulling outward on the two sides of the clip (1) then lifting the clip off the pedestal (2). Figure 2-3 Removing the Cable Management Clip Figure 2-4 Removing the Cable Management Clip (HP LA1956x Model) 6 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Monitor ENWW
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3. Connect a VGA signal cable, DVI-D signal cable, or DisplayPort signal cable. Refer to Figure 2-5 Connecting the Cables on page 8Figure 2–7 and Figure 2-6 Connecting the Cables (HP LA1956x Model) on page 8Figure 2–8. NOTE: The monitor is capable of supporting either analog or digital input. The video mode is determined by the video cable used. The monitor will automatically determine which inputs have valid video signals. The inputs can be selected by pressing the +/source button on the front
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5. Connect one end of the power cord to the AC power connector on the back of the monitor, and the other end to an electrical wall outlet. Figure 2-5 Connecting the Cables Figure 2-6 Connecting the Cables (HP LA1956x Model) WARNING! To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to the equipment: Do not disable the power cord grounding plug. The grounding plug is an important safety feature. Plug the power cord into a grounded (earthed) electrical outlet that is easily accessible at all times.
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6. Secure the cables in place with the cable management clip. Press the clip straight down on the curved neck of the pedestal ensuring that the tabs on the sides of the clip snap into the slots on the pedestal. Figure 2-7 Installing the Cable Management Clip Figure 2-8 Installing the Cable Management Clip (HP LA1956x Model) Connecting the Cables ENWW 9
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Front Panel Controls Figure 2-9 Monitor Front Panel Controls Table 2-1 Monitor Front Panel Controls Control Function 1 Menu Opens, selects or exits the OSD menu. 2 Minus If the OSD menu is on, press to navigate backward through the OSD menu and decrease adjustment levels. 3 Plus/source If the OSD menu is on, press to navigate forward through the OSD menu and increase adjustment levels. If the OSD menu is inactive, press to activate the source button that chooses the video signal input (VGA, DV
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Adjusting the Monitor NOTE: Your monitor model may look different than the model in the following illustrations. 1. Tilt the monitor's panel forward or backward to set it to a comfortable eye level. Figure 2-10 Tilting the Monitor 2. Swivel the monitor to the left or right for the best viewing angle. Figure 2-11 Swiveling the Monitor Adjusting the Monitor ENWW 11
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3. Adjust the monitor’s height to a comfortable position for your individual workstation. The monitor’s top bezel edge should not exceed a height that is parallel to your eye height. A monitor that is positioned low and reclined may be more comfortable for users with corrective lenses. The monitor should be repositioned as you adjust your working posture throughout the work day. NOTE: When the monitor is unfolded for the first time, the display head is locked from adjusting to a full-height posi
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4. Pivot the monitor from landscape to portrait orientation viewing to adapt to your application. a. Adjust the monitor to full height position and tilt the monitor back to full tilt position (1). b. Pivot the monitor clockwise 90° from landscape to portrait orientation (2). CAUTION: If the monitor is not in full height and full tilt position when pivoting, the bottom right corner of the monitor panel will come in contact with the base and potentially cause damage to the monitor. If you are addi
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NOTE: If pressing the power button has no effect, the Power Button Lockout feature may be enabled. To disable this feature, press and hold the monitor power button for 10 seconds. NOTE: You can disable the power LED in the OSD menu. Press the Menu button on the front of the monitor, then select Management > Bezel Power LED > Off. When the monitor is powered on, a Monitor Status message is displayed for five seconds. The message shows which input (DisplayPort, DVI, or VGA) is the current active s
